Tropical home, use of owners Indian River Lagoon docks just down sandy road.

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Sebastian, FL

Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum4 min drive
Bimini Beach5 min drive
Sebastian Inlet State Park17 min drive
West Palm Beach, FL (LNA-Lantana)104 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower

Master

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Clean and bright tropical home with use of Indian River docks just two hundred yards down the sandy road. Use the docks for fishing, enjoying sunrise and sunset or tying up. You can bring your boat(less than 3 foot draft. We have a couple of kayaks for your use. There is room to park your boat trailer or RV if you choose ( no hookup).

10 minute drive to uncrowned barrier island beaches. Try some surfing at Sebastian inlet or shelling along the beaches of Wabasso and Vero Beach.

Grocery store, vegetable stands and restaurants just a mile away. More bars and restaurants along the river in Sebastian just a two miles north.

Property manager

Cheryl E. Zeman

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Queen blow-up available for children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)

No aggressive breeds

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed outside home only.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sebastian

Located in Sebastian, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and McLarty Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include LaPorte Farms and Kiteboard Sebastian. North County Aquatic Center and Old Vero Man Museum are also worth visiting.

Sebastian, FL

What's nearby

Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum - 4 min drive
Bimini Beach - 5 min drive
Wabasso Beach Park - 10 min drive
Sebastian Inlet State Park - 17 min drive
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive

Getting around

Vero Beach, FL (VRB-Vero Beach Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Mash Monkeys Brewing Company - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Village Tavern of Sebastian - 4 min drive
Capt Hiram's Resort - 5 min drive
Pareidolia Brewing Company - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical home, use of owners Indian River Lagoon docks just down sandy road. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Tropical home, use of owners Indian River Lagoon docks just down sandy road. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical home, use of owners Indian River Lagoon docks just down sandy road. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical home, use of owners Indian River Lagoon docks just down sandy road. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Riverview Park, Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and McLarty Museum. Bimini Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

13 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Treasure Coast Treasure

We're from Indiana - if you've ever hunted mushrooms in the spring, you don't divulge your secret spots. That's exactly how we feel about this property! Lots of Old Florida charm with plenty to see and do, Mermaid cottage and the Sebastian area always make us feel like we are at home! We have visited several beaches and restaurants nearby, attended local festivals, concerts, and events at the city and state park. But our favorite way to enjoy this location is at the Indian River waterfront watching beautiful sunrises, enjoying the many birds and water creatures, fishing, and watching KSC launches from the pier. The cottage kitchen has cookware and utensils, spices, tableware and appliances for meal prep. With 2 bedrooms/2 full baths, Mermaid cottage nicely accommodates 2 couples or a family. Beds are comfortable, linens/towels are provided, and there is a porch overlooking the owner's lovely tropical garden. Cheryl is a premier hostess who truly wants her guests to relax and enjoy all that this property has to offer! We highly recommend a stay at Mermaid cottage!

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

6 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of heaven near the end of a quiet lane.

This is our third time here in 4 years and the only reason it's not 4 out of 4 is because I waited to long to book in 2021 and our dates were gone. This cottage is quiet and is fully fenced providing an excellent and safe atmosphere for our dog. So obviously it is pet friendly and we were made welcome for our 2 week Christmas stay. There are many good restaurants all less than a 10 minute drive away and Publix grocery store about 5 minutes away. A 2.5 minute walk will take you to the end of the lane, a small sand beach and a couple of docks where you may get a dolphin sighting or SpaceX taking off 46 miles to the north. Bring your paddleboards and kayaks and enjoy. While you're here you can go for an airboat tour in the marsh and see Florida wildlife at its best. Alligators, Osprey, Egrets, Herons so many species of wading birds and water fowl that I've lost count. Go over to the Island to the State Parks and beaches or rent watercraft at one of the many companies on the waterfront. I will be back again!

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

John D.

11 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place except for the no-see-ems

Mermaid Cottage is a cute and well located vacation house. It was spotless clean, no dog odors despite the pets allowed policy. The gardens are very nice with tropical flora, even orchids. BBQ is quite far from the entrance and does have a motion sensor flood light to provide light whike grilling but then it is fery dark to get back to tge door. Tip is to open the shed door and turn on the light and leave tge door open so you dont trip going back. Cheryl is an attentive host and truly wants your stay to comfortable. The dishwasher was broken the whole time we were there and she was upset that it coukd not get parts to fix it. She ordred a new one but it would not be delivered in time beforecwe left. Cheryl gave us $100 cash to spend on dinner out for our last night. That was nice of her. Also she values your privacy. She would only come 8n when we were there to get serial number and other info ref the dishwasher. Drawback is the porch is not screened in and mosquitos and no-see-ems were viscious. The fans help keep them away to a degree but are noisy which in such a peaceful place is a detraction. There are citronella candles but after awhile the smell gets to you. Screening in the patio would eliminate that all so that northerners can enjoy their time outside in the evening and eat out also.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

28 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay while visiting the in-laws

The property was very pleasant. Nothing fancy, but it met our needs. We usually do a lot of cooking when we stay at a VRBO, but not this time. But if we had wanted to, the kitchen was amply stocked with whatever items you might need. Nice items. Some places we stay the kitchens seem to be stocked with things that the thrift store threw away. Not the case here. The yard was filled with various trees and plants that were that made it feel park like. Our dogs loved playing ring around the obstacles with the lizards, and were downright obsessed with the little marsh rabbits that inhabited the area. Fortunately the yard was fenced so we could let the girls frolic without fear of them wandering off. The neighborhood was very quiet, no loud parties or roaring cars. The best part of the property was the bed. Exquisitely comfortable! Finally, Cheryl was very responsive to our needs and pleasant to talk to. Verdict: We highly recommend it and will stay there again the next time we visit.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023